Diamonds

Diamond quality is measured by the four Cs, including cut, colour, clarity and carat weight.

A poor quality diamond is different from a top quality, mostly based on price and value. Elements include, a poor cut, visible flaws, low carat weight, poor colour or treated colour.

Boron nitride is a synthetic material that is harder than diamond. It exhibits similar properties to diamond but has a higher hardness level.

Diamond is the hardest known substance, but one diamond can scratch another diamond. If that was not the case, there would be no way for jewelers to shape diamonds as they do, into faceted jewels, instead of lumpy stones.

A diamond can appear to turn black if the diamond and mounting are not thoroughly cleaned before being heated by a jeweler. Dirt and debris between the diamond and the mount can burn and coat the bottom of the diamond with soot.

The main components of a diamond ring are the diamond(s) itself, the metal band (typically made of gold, silver, or platinum), and any additional accent stones or design features. Some rings also have settings to hold the diamond in place securely.

The diamond is the hardest mineral and stone on earth: nothing natural can 'break' it. Diamond cutters use other diamonds to cut, facet and polish diamonds. Recently, however, powerful lasers have been added to the diamond-cutters toolbox.

The purity of a diamond is measured in carats, which refers to its weight. One carat is equivalent to 200 milligrams. This measurement does not represent the quality or clarity of the diamond, but rather its size.

No, a simulant diamond is not a real diamond. It is a material that mimics the appearance of a diamond but is not made of the same physical and chemical properties as a natural diamond.

Diamonds sparkle due to their high refractive index and ability to reflect and refract light. When light enters a diamond, it is bent and dispersed, creating a sparkling effect known as "fire" within the stone. This play of light is enhanced by the precise cutting and polishing of the diamond's facets.

You can verify if a diamond is real by performing a few simple tests. One common method is the fog test, where you breathe on the diamond to see if it fogs up (real diamonds disperse heat quickly so they don't fog up). You can also use a loupe to look for imperfections or a jeweler's tool called a diamond tester to measure the thermal conductivity of the stone.

"IMP1 Diamond" is a synthetic diamond material created through a process known as chemical vapor deposition (CVD). It exhibits excellent thermal conductivity and hardness properties, making it ideal for use in a variety of industrial applications such as cutting tools and heat sinks.

Yes, it is common for real diamonds to be set in gold plated settings. This can allow for a more affordable option while still maintaining the look of a gold setting for the diamond. However, the plating may wear off over time and need to be redone.

A simulated diamond is a man-made stone that is designed to look like a real diamond, but does not possess the same properties or value. Simulated diamonds are typically made from materials such as cubic zirconia or moissanite and are often used as a more affordable alternative to natural diamonds.

No, chocolate diamonds are not man-made. They are a natural variety of diamond that get their distinct brown color from the presence of nitrogen during their formation process. They are also known as champagne or cognac diamonds.

The first stage of a diamond is its formation deep within the Earth's mantle, where carbon atoms are subjected to high pressure and temperature over millions of years. This process transforms the carbon into diamond crystals through a combination of heat and pressure.

Chocolate diamonds are natural diamonds with a brown color caused by the presence of nitrogen impurities. The intense brown color is enhanced through heat treatments, which further intensify the color and improve the diamond's appearance. These treated brown diamonds are marketed as "chocolate diamonds" for their unique color.

Diamond is made up of carbon atoms arranged in a unique crystal lattice structure.

Diamond-tipped tools are used to cut glass, because diamond is the hardest mineral. Cutting glass plates requires a score line, long which pressure is applied to separate the pieces of glass into the desired dimensions.

Yes, there are a few minerals that are stronger than diamond. Wurtzite boron nitride and lonsdaleite are both harder than diamond on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness. However, these minerals are very rare and not commonly found in nature.

If the diamond has natural fluorescence -- about 60% of diamonds do -- then, yes, it will glow under black light.

Yes, diamond is harder than any metal. Diamond is the hardest natural material known, ranking 10 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, while metals generally rank much lower on the scale.

Yes, a real diamond can be broken or chipped if subjected to enough force or impact. While diamonds are one of the hardest materials, they can still be damaged if hit at the right angle with enough force. Regular wear and tear or accidental impacts can also cause a diamond to chip or break.

Diamonds are extremely resistant to heat and will not burn in a typical house fire. They have a high melting point of around 4,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is much higher than the temperature reached in a house fire. However, diamonds can be damaged by prolonged exposure to intense heat or sudden temperature changes.

Diamond Nexus offers both synthetic diamonds(made with pure carbon) as well as diamond simulants that are not made with pure carbon, but are nearly identical to a natural diamond besides having different elements. The pure carbon gems are only available in a canary color though.